Starting With an SSS-Rank Swordsmanship Talent - Chapter 324

Chapter 324: Leaving the Capital
The emperor had twenty dragon guards under his command, and each of them was a Transcendent Knight! Of these twenty powerful warriors, only three were recorded in the Astanian Dragon Leaderboard. The rest were hidden from the public, and only a handful of people knew they existed.

“Which of them should I send to Lord Alaric?” Dominic hesitantly asked.

The dragon guards were Transcendents, but they weren’t of equal strength. He wanted to know which dragon guard the emperor would choose for Alaric.

The emperor took a few seconds to pause before he responded. “Send Redden to his side. That guy has been complaining a lot lately. Might as well send him to the North so the palace can finally be quiet.”

Hearing this, Dominic was stunned. Redden was the Deputy Commander of the Dragon Guards and his strength was only slightly beneath that of their commander! Sending him to Alaric meant that the emperor held his nephew in high regard. As for the emperor’s random excuse, he didn’t treat it seriously.

Seeing that he was silent, the emperor stared at him with a reprimanding look and said. “What are you waiting for? Go and send that loudmouth out of my palace!”

“Yes, Your Majesty!”

Dominic no longer dallied. He bowed to the emperor and left with haste.

The emperor watched him leave with a thoughtful look before he returned to his throne.

***

A day later, a large group gathered at the main gate of the capital to send off Lucas’ family. The arrogant nobles who hadn’t shown themselves when they arrived were now wearing flattering smiles as they bid them farewell.

Looking at these two-faced aristocrats, Alaric sneered in his mind.

At this moment, he suddenly noticed someone approaching him. It was the crown prince, Exlor Astania.

“Lord Alaric, let us meet again sometime.” He took the initiative to shake hands with him.

Alaric had a good impression of this guy. “I would love that, Your Highness. If you have some free time, you can visit me in North Pine Town.”

“Alright.” The crown prince nodded while beaming at him.

“Alaric…” A sad voice drifted into their ears.

They turned their heads and saw the princess walking towards them with a gloomy face.

“Your Highness.” Alaric smiled at her. This cousin of his might be a little annoying at times, but she was someone he could count on.

“When will you come back to the capital?” She asked, slightly fidgeting.

“I am not sure.” Alaric shook his head with a sigh.

The princess frowned upon hearing this. “You owe me one. You must come here when I tell you to.” She snorted.

Alaric let out a wry smile. He knew what she was talking about so he readily agreed. “Yes, Your Highness. As long as things are good on my side, I will answer your summons immediately.”

The group exchanged a few more words before Lucas brought everyone to leave.

Inside the carriage, Princess Jade could no longer conceal her worry. She frowned and muttered with a look of concern. “Soon, everyone will come to know Alaric’s true identity. I am afraid that there might be nobles who will try to use him to get some benefits for themselves.”

Lucas who was sitting next to her gently grabbed her hand upon hearing this. “You can rest assured. I will protect our son and our family.”

Princess Jade sighed while shaking her head. Although Lucas was already a Mythical Knight, she still couldn’t stop herself from worrying.

There is still Harune that we should watch out for.

She thought, but she didn’t dare mention it.

“My lord, my lady, I’m sorry for disturbing you, but there is someone suspicious following us. How should we deal with him?” William’s voice echoed from outside the carriage.

Hearing this, Lucas raised an eyebrow. “Send someone to speak with him. If he does not have good intentions, eliminate him immediately!”

“Yes, my lord!” William acknowledged the command.

After William left, Lucas released his spiritual perception to take a look at the person following them.

Hm? A Transcendent Knight!

He frowned when he sensed the man’s strength.

What is his motive?

Seeing the sudden change in his expression, Alaric who was seated opposite his parents asked curiously. “Is there something wrong with that person, Dad?”

Lucas exhaled a breath as he replied in a stern voice. “He is a Transcendent Knight. One who is a lot stronger than Sir William.”

Hearing this, Alaric revealed a look of interest.

Why would a Transcendent Knight follow us?

A moment later, William returned and reported. “My lord, the man said that he wants to speak with Lord Alaric.”

“Hm?” Alaric was taken aback.

“You may go. I will keep watch.” Lucas sent him an encouraging nod.

Princess Jade furrowed her eyebrows, but knowing that her son had the bracelet she had given him, she felt reassured. Even if something were to happen, the bracelet would be able to protect his life.

“Alright.” Alaric nodded and stepped out of the carriage.

William brought him his mount and said. “You can wait here, my lord. I will bring him here.”

“There is no need.” Alaric jumped onto the horse and grabbed the reins before squeezing his legs, urging it to move.

William was worried so he quietly followed behind him. He also sent a signal to his subordinates to keep an eye on the mysterious man.

Alaric could already see the stranger. He was riding his mount, marching alongside their entourage.

It was a gaunt-faced middle-aged man with long, wavy auburn hair. He had a pair of sleepy eyes that revealed unconcealed boredom.

If it weren’t for his gaudy battle armor, Alaric would have mistaken him for a drunkard.

The man glanced in his direction and gave him a once-over. “Are you Lord Alaric?” His tone sounded a bit rude which made William and the other warriors frown.

Alaric didn’t seem to mind this for he had already discovered that this man was not your average warrior.

“That is right.” Alaric nodded with a faint smile.